1967 Bristol 409 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1967 Bristol 409. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1967 Bristol 409. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1967 Bristol 409. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Bristol 409. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Bristol 409. (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Bristol 409.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Bristol 409 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Bristol | Ford |
| Model | 409 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3490 mm |
